April · Iran
Best time to visit Persepolis in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Persepolis in April
Average temperature 15°C, 22 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 46% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.9/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 15°C
- Rainfall
- 22 mm
- Humidity
- 46%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Persepolis scores 9.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 15°C, 22 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Persepolis is the ruined ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid empire, with vast halls and carved reliefs near Shiraz.
April in Persepolis — the year's strongest window
Temperatures hover around 15°C (59°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 22 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Persepolis at 9.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Persepolis in April?
- In April, Persepolis averages 15°C, 22 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Persepolis?
- April earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Persepolis in April?
- Expect about 22 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 46% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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